Job Description

Position Objective:

To carry out galley and mess room duties in specified areas and time frames.
Scope of Duties

• Ensure that all mess room equipment is thoroughly cleaned, giving attention to polished surfaces and removal of food particles.
• Ensure that the galley deck is free of spills and obstructions that could lead to accidents.
• Comply with customer requests in a timely, friendly and efficient manner.
• Ensure all deliveries are checked and stored in accordance with company procedures.
• Ensure customer complaints are dealt with to the customer’s satisfaction or forwarded to your supervisor in a timely manner.
• Ensure that the replenishment of customer required supplies are made in advance of customer requirements and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Assist in the storage of commodities as soon after delivery as possible.
• Ensure that good stock rotation procedures are followed (first in, first out) to minimize the wastage of commodities.
• Follow the cleaning schedule and the senior chef’s instructions in the periodic cleaning of galley and mess room equipment.
• Ensure that the highest standards of hygiene and cleanliness are maintained at all times.
• Ensure that materials, such as chemicals are used in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions (Example: dilutions, storage, harmful effects etc).
• Ensure compliance with all FM and client policies and procedures, including adherence to all health and safety standards, policies and procedures.
• Ensure a healthy/safe & environmentally friendly working environment for yourself and other staff by adhering to the control measures implemented onboard.
• Report any unhealthy/unsafe/non-environmental acts or conditions to the senior chef as soon as possible.
• Ensure that defective equipment is reported to the appropriate person.
• Participate in team meetings. Contribute ideas that will make the workplace healthier/safer more environmentally aware and more productive.
• Participate in training sessions specific to your particular site or position.
• Ensure regular communication is maintained with your line manager and any issues are dealt with in a timely manner.
• Carry out other duties as requested by your manager that could further enhance the overall service and efficient running of the catering operation.

Required Skills or Experience

• Five years' relevant industry experience
• Basic food hygiene
• Certificate of medical fitness
• Offshore survival
• First aid (if applicable)
• Experience
• A basic working knowledge of the requirements of food hygiene and a willingness to gain skills in this area.

Personal Attributes

• Good communication skills
• Possess basic literacy skills
• Possess a strong commitment to team work
• Ability to work with colleagues in a co-operative and non-conflicting manner
• Possess a willingness to learn